Who disagrees with DIR and why?

[DiveCaptDean]

Jason, I think you make some great points. But...i personally would liken my diving style to a person wearing a cycle helmet. I dive safe, and with redundant systems. DIR I would liken them to a guy that runs a 1200 cc crotch rocket with a black full face helmet, black full body leathers, and black steel toe boots. ;D ok, ok just kidding.

Question..is DIR the end? Hell no..personally i think rebreathers are the future. I think they are the S=H=I=T now, ( i dont have one) and i think they are the new wave...

Yes, i think standard recreational diving is safe enough. Keep out of caves..shipwrecks..deep current..bad viz....cold water...If you stay away from that type of diving...Its very safe. When you start adding these variables...more education and more equipment is needed...If you follow those guidelines, i still think it is quite safe if you get the info and gear.